What I Learned About Health and Wealth as a Caregiver

living a healthy lifestyle protects your finances in the longrun

In the last 10 days, 3 people I love shared their most recent health issues: Person 1, age 28: hyperthyroid issues, vitamin D deficiency, both requiring medication. Plus, high probability of knee surgery in the near future. Person 2, age 60: diabetes is controlled. Needs 2nd hip replacement surgery SOON; roughly scheduled for mid-October. First…

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How to Transfer Medical Documents when an Elder Downsizes

In the recent article, Helping an Elder with Long-Distant Downsizing, I discussed the initial procedures for helping a parent downsize, particularly when sensitive documents are involved. This segment covers the process of gathering secure medical documentation and the experts to include to assist with the transfer. First things first: I am not an insurance expert.…

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